Finding something to watch on your own can be a struggle, but when you're looking for something to keep the whole family's attention, you have to start thinking about different tastes and different ages.
Wellllll, we've done the research for you to save you time and fighting over the remote! Here are some family-favourite TV shows and films that'll guarantee nothing but pure entertainment for everyone. From timeless TV classics to the funniest musicals, we've got it all!
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TV shows for everyone to enjoy
Doctor Who
Available now on BBC iPlayer
Calling all Whovians! With six weeks of summer, now is THE perfect time to catch up on the latest season of Doctor who, or even watch some throwback episodes! David Tennant anyone? The latest season sees Ncuti Gatwa bless our screens as the 15th doctor and it's very clear, a new era has begun! Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson) travels with the Doctor from the present day to Regency England and then alarmingly, the war-torn future!
Changing Ends
Stream now on ITVX
Looking for a show that’ll have the entire family in stitches? Well, we’ve got one just for you! This semi-autobiographical take on the dramatic life on comedian Alan Carr takes you on the roller coaster ride of his childhood!
The Great British Bake Off
Watch now on Channel 4
What better way to spend your family evenings than watching the ultimate family show, The Great British Bake Off! Passionate amateur bakers compete to be crowned the UK’s Best Amateur Baker! With Paul Hollywood, Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond.
Mr Bean
Available now on ITVX
No matter your age, you’ll always find yourself laughing with good old Mr Bean. This timeless classic sees childlike Mr Bean (Rowan Atkinson) struggle with day-to-day tasks but always find indigenous (often hilarious) ways round the problem!
Young Sheldon
Stream now on Channel4
A spin-off prequel to The Big Bang Theory. Young Sheldon Cooper (Iain Armitage) is a childhood prodigy, the show follows him as he grows up with his family in East Texas. We loveeee this show, with the recent arrival of the seventh and final season, what are you waiting for?!
The Flash
Stream now on ITVX
Looking for some superhero content? A series for summer evenings? Well news flash (see what we did there), The Flash is available now for free on ITVX. After being struck by lightning, Barry Allen (Grant Gustin) wakes up with incredible speed and adapts the name The Flash! With his newfound power he vows to defend the city against evil!
All Creatures Great and Small
Available now on Channel 5
It’s the 1930s and newly qualified veterinary surgeon James Herriot (Nicholas Ralph) moves from his home in Glasgow to the Yorkshire Dales for work. He very quickly experiences some hilarious adventures as he becomes acquainted with the locals and their animals!
Modern Family
Watch now on Channel 4
11 seasons in 6 weeks? You can do it! The perfect way to spend your summer evenings! Shot from the perspective of an unseen documentary maker, this Emmy and Golden Globe-winning comedy sees three modern-day families try to deal with their kids, spouses and jobs - often ending up in hilarious situations!
Fantastic Beasts: A Natural History
Watch now on BBC iPlayer
Now this may be a documentary but it's one everyone will love. Stephen Fry embarks on the most exciting journey into the tales behind some of the world's most fantastic beasts! From digging for dragons, meeting the distant relatives of the unicorn and swimming with the unlikely inspiration for the mermaid!
The best films for all the family
Billy Elliot (2000)
Stream now on ITVX
Who doesn’t love a movie with a sprinkle of history on top? During the 1984-1985 miners’ strike, young Billy Elliot (Jamie Bell) discovers a passion for dance! This emotionallll film explores class struggle, gender norms and the extraordinary power of art!
Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb (2014)
Available now on ITVX
Evenings at the Museum of Natural History are like no other, every evening the exhibitions are brought to life by a magical tablet! However, this third film in the series sees the tablet beginning to corrode. In a mission to keep the exhibitions alive, security guard Larry (Ben Stiller) heads to the British museum in hope of finding a fix!
Bill (2015)
Watch now on BBC iPlayer
This family comedy sees young Bill Shakespeare (Mathew Baynton) leave his hometown of Stratford Upon Avon in 1593 to follow his dream of becoming a playwright in London! With the theatres being closed due to the plague, will he get his lucky break?
Marry Me (2022)
On BBC iPlayer now
After discovering her fiancé’s infidelity just before a live performance, Latin superstar Kat Valdez decides to spontaneously marry an audience member during her concert! What could go wrong? Starring Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson.
Agatha Christies Crooked House (2017)
Watch now on My5
Time for a family murder mystery? Grab your magnifying glass and sherlock hats for this one! When Sophia (Stefanie Martini) comes homes to find her Greek business tycoon grandfather has been poisoned, she visits private investigator Charles Hayward (Max Irons). With the entire family having motivations for murder, who did it?!
The Breakfast Club (1985)
Stream now on ITVX
This classic indie coming-of-age story see five students with nothing alike spend an entire Saturday morning together in detention and discover they have a lot more in common than they originally thought!
Whether you're looking for a tv series to watch or the ideal movie matinee, discover what to watch on freely!
